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Dr. Vijaya Desai, MD

Pediatrician

Jersey City, NJ

48 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Desai, Pediatrician in Jersey City, NJ?

    Dr. Vijaya Desai, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Jersey City, NJ. She has been practicing for over 48 years and is board certified. Dr. Desai graduated from Medical College Baroda and completed her residency at Jersey City Med Ctr, Pediatrics; Kings County Hosp Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Desai is fluent in English, Gujarati, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desai’s office at (201) 792-4286.

    Where did Dr. Desai go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Jersey City Med Ctr, Pediatrics; Kings County Hosp Ctr, Pediatrics | NYCOMEC/Jersey City Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Medical College Baroda

    Is Dr. Desai board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Vijaya Desai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Desai speak?

    Dr. Desai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Gujarati
    • Hindi
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Desai typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Desai diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Desai. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Hay Fever
    • Pollen allergy
    • Seasonal allergies
    • Allergic rhinitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J301: Allergic rhinitis due to pollen

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bronchitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Chest cold
    • Inflammation of bronchial tubes
    • Acute bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J40: Bronchitis, not specified as acute or chronic

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis from Other Organisms
    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Infectious Bronchitis
    • Chest Cold
    • Bronchial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J208: Acute bronchitis due to other specified organisms

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Desai typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Vijaya Desai may include:

    Please contact Dr. Desai's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Desai accept my insurance?

    Dr. Desai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (201) 792-4286 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Desai accept in Jersey City, NJ?

    Dr. Desai in Jersey City, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Assurant

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Desai's office located?

    Dr. Vijaya Desai's Primary Practice

    145 Saint Pauls Ave

    Jersey City, NJ 07306

    (201) 792-4286

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    What is Dr. Desai's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Desai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841218468.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Desai?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Desai

    What is Dr. Vijaya Desai's specialty?

    Dr. Desai is a Pediatrician near Jersey City, NJ.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Vijaya Desai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Desai is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Vijaya Desai accepting new patients in Jersey City, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Vijaya Desai is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Vijaya Desai offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (201) 792-4286 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Vijaya Desai?

    Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (201) 792-4286 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Desai's office located?

    Dr. Desai's office is located in Jersey City, NJ.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Vijaya Desai have?

    Dr. Vijaya Desai is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.